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National Pan-Hellenic
Council, Incorporated
SHARED STANDARDS
Statement of Purpose
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) was established on May 10,
1930, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D. C., with the
purpose and mission of the organization being “unanimity of thought and
action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek-letter collegiate fraternities
and sororities, and to consider problems of mutual interest to its
affiliate organizations.” Early in 1937, the organization was
incorporated under the laws of the State of Illinois and became known as
the “National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated.”
In an effort to assist institutions of higher learning across the
nation and abroad in understanding the beginnings and function of
historically Black fraternities and sororities, and the standards
governing these organizations, and in a further effort to continue to
address issues of mutual concern, focusing on five essential and shared
areas, to the NPHC and member organizations (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Inc., Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.,
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., Kappa
Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Phi Beta
Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.), these standards
have been drafted.
Expectations for NPHC Undergraduate Councils and
Affiliate Chapters
1. Continued promotion of academic excellence
A. Maintain grade point averages (GPAs) above
the minimum GPA requirement to be an Active member of the chapter and
organization as defined by the college or university, if standards are
higher than said affiliate organization.
B. Maintain graduation rates equal to or
which exceed the all men’s or women’s rates, respectively, on a given
campus.
C. Develop scholarship programs that
challenge members and potential members to achieve academically, provide
scholastic support, and recognize both improvement and excellence in
academic performance.
2. Demonstration of the values of NPHC, affiliate
organizations, and host institutions.
A. Integrate the stated values and mission of
NPHC, affiliate organizations, and the institution into all aspects of
the organization and membership.
B. Develop and implement a Standards Board to
hold members accountable to the entire Greek-lettered community, as well
as to the student code of conduct at the institution.
C. Sponsor monthly leadership programs which
promote personal development and encourage implementation of best
business practices.
D. Develop standards which discourage both the
misuse of alcohol and the use of illegal drugs and which exact penalties.
3. Development of leadership skills.
A. Provide members with opportunities for
leadership development workshops and programs, through NPHC, affiliate
organizations, and other programs sponsored by outside organizations.
B. Encourage affiliate chapter members to seek
leadership roles in other campus organizations.
4. Development of positive supportive relationships.
A. Comply with all hazing and mandated policies
of the state, college/university, NPHC, and affiliate organizations.
B. Create programs that enhance the
Greek-letter community and student body and thereby contribute to a
positive relationship with the community at large.
C. Demonstrate a genuine concern for all
mankind.
D. Seek an appropriately credentialed Graduate
chapter and Faculty/Staff advisor(s) to serve as advisories to affiliate
chapters and the local NPHC
5. Develop citizenship through community service and outreach.
A. Develop effective service projects and
community outreach programs on an on-going basis.
B. Establish and maintain community service
initiatives, while encouraging the participation of all members.
C. Participate in campus Greek-lettered and
non-Greek governing councils, as well as non-Greek organizations and
events.
D. Establish a positive and productive campus
presence.
Expectations for Host Institutions
As the National Pan-Hellenic Council strives to collaborate with host
institutions of our councils and affiliate chapters, the NPHC expects the
following from those respective institutions:
1. Proper Advisement for Councils and Affiliate Chapters
A. Encourage and provide incentives for faculty
and staff to become involved as faculty advisors to the NPHC council and
affiliate chapters.
B. Provide a full-time staff member as the
advisor to the NPHC council. If not a member of one of the NPHC affiliate
organizations, that individual must be educated and credentialed on the
operations and procedures of NPHC to be an effective advisor.
2. Leadership Development
A. Provide a leadership class for all new
members each term.
B. Provide and/or help identify and acquire
funding to ensure Council attendance at NPHC national and regional
conventions and conferences and other NPHC sponsored leadership training
programs.
3. Council Support
A. Support and assist NPHC in establishing
councils where there are two or more affiliate organizations at the
institution.
B. Encourage expansion. No NPHC member
organization is prohibited from selecting undergraduates for the purpose
of establishing a chapter on the campus of the host institution. The host
institution’s NPHC Council may not deter expansion by withholding
membership of NPHC organizations from the local Council.
C. Provide individual chapter, Greek system,
and campus demographic information to council/chapters as requested.
D. Assist Council in meeting national and
regional mandates, guidelines, and other requirements, including the
payment of annual dues, submission of year-end report, attendance at
national and regional meetings, and adherence to all national, regional,
and local governing documents.
E. Provide an impartial judicial process with
the opportunity for appeal.
4. Accountability
A. Provide the following data to NPHC
Headquarters (at least once per year):
- Campus, all
men’s/women’s Greek system, and chapter GPAs by semester/quarter
- Total number of
men/women who began the Membership Intake Process in all chapters
in an academic year
- Total number of
men/women initiated into all chapters in an academic year
- Percentage of
fraternity/sorority men/women compared to total number of all
men/women on campus
- Total number and
name of chapters closed/opened in an academic year
- Status of the
NPHC Council (e.g., inactive or active)
- Total number of
full-time Greek Life professionals on campus
B. Communicate with national or regional
offices of the NPHC or affiliate organization upon receiving a reason of
concern. When the issue or concern is a council issue, contact the NPHC
Regional Office. If the issue involves (a) chapter(s) and warrants some
type of action, please contact that/those respective affiliate equivalent
(graduate chapter advisor, regional office, or International
Headquarters).
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